This 21-day trekking and cultural adventure offers a complete circuit around Nanga Parbat (8,126m), the ninth-highest mountain in the world, combined with immersive cultural tours of Peshawar, Swat Valley, and Hunza. The journey includes approximately 10 nights of camping during the trek and 10 nights in comfortable hotels across major destinations.
The expedition begins in Islamabad, from where we travel along the historic Grand Trunk Road to the ancient city of Peshawar, followed by exploration of the lush and fertile Swat Valley. Crossing the scenic Shangla Pass, where the Hindu Kush meets the Karakoram ranges, we enter the high mountain region to commence a challenging 10-day round trek around the mighty Nanga Parbat massif.
Known as the “Killer Mountain,” Nanga Parbat is one of the most dramatic peaks in the Himalayas, first climbed by Hermann Buhl in 1953. The mountain presents three immense faces—each with distinct landscapes of glaciers, high passes, alpine meadows, and rugged rock formations. This round trek provides the rare opportunity to witness all three legendary faces of Nanga Parbat, making it one of the most spectacular trekking experiences in Pakistan. The trek is strenuous, involving high-altitude walking and sections requiring basic crampon use and rope assistance.
After completing the trek, the journey continues to the breathtaking Hunza Valley, where travelers enjoy several days exploring historic forts, scenic viewpoints, and the warm hospitality of the local communities before returning to Islamabad to conclude the expedition.
This program is ideal for experienced trekkers seeking a demanding high-altitude adventure combined with rich cultural exploration across northern Pakistan.
Arrival and full-day exploration of Pakistan’s capital. Visit Faisal Mosque, Daman-e-Koh viewpoint, Constitution Avenue, Lok Virsa Museum, and Shakar Parian Park. Overnight at the hotel.
Drive along the historic Grand Trunk Road. En route, visit the ancient city of Taxila (Gandhara Civilization), including Sirkap ruins, Julian Monastery, and the museum. Continue to Peshawar, visiting Kissa Khawani Bazaar, Mahabat Khan Mosque, and Peshawar Museum. Overnight at the hotel.
Cross Malakand Pass into the lush Swat Valley. Visit the Takht-e-Bhai Buddhist ruins and the Swat Museum. Arrive in Mingora/Saidu Sharif for an overnight stay.
Cross scenic Shangla Pass between the Hindu Kush and Karakoram ranges. Join the legendary Karakoram Highway, driving along the Indus River gorge to Chilas. Overnight at the hotel.
Drive to Jaglot and continue by 4×4 jeep to Trashing in the Rupal Valley. Meet trekking staff and prepare for the expedition. Overnight camping.
Cross the Trashing Glacier and enter the beautiful lower Rupal Valley. Gradual ascent to Bazin beneath the immense East Face of Nanga Parbat. Overnight camp. (4–5 hrs)
Cross Bazin Glacier and trek through juniper forests along the Rupal River. Pass Herligkoffer Base Camp and continue to Shaigiri. Overnight camp. (5–6 hrs)
Rest day or optional climb to Rupal Peak (5,580m).
Follow the lateral moraine of Rupal Glacier toward the Mazeno Pass base camp. (4–5 hrs)
Steep ascent to Mazeno Glacier high camp. Alpine terrain. (5–6 hrs)
Early start. Cross the dramatic Mazeno Pass using rope, crampons, and an ice axe where required. Descend to Upper Loiba (4,300m). (7–8 hrs)
Descend into lush Loiba Meadows with shepherd huts and alpine scenery. (3–4 hrs)
Easy trek through pine forests and across the Airil River to Kachal settlement. (4–5 hrs)
Trek to the legendary Diamer Face Base Camp, the route of Reinhold Messner (1979). Return and camp at Zangot. (6–7 hrs)
Descend to the Diamer River and transfer by jeep to Gilgit. Overnight at the hotel.
Visit the Kargah Buddha and the Rakaposhi viewpoint en route to Hunza. Overnight at the hotel.
Visit Altit & Baltit Forts, local bazaars, and enjoy views of Rakaposhi, Ultar, Diran & Golden Peak. Overnight at the hotel.
Explore Gulmit, Borit Lake, Passu Cones, suspension bridges, and drive to Khunjerab Pass, the highest paved border crossing in the world. Return to Hunza.
Scenic drive along the Hunza and Indus rivers to Chilas. Overnight at the hotel.
Full-day drive on the Karakoram Highway back to Islamabad. Overnight at the hotel.
Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for the departure flight.
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